Chengdu Travel Guide

Chengdu Travel Guide

Chengdu, the capital of China's southwest Sichuan Province,  is famed for being the home of cute giant pandas. Located in the west of Sichuan Basin and in the center of Chengdu Plain, the city covers a total area of 12.3 thousand square kilometres (4,749 square miles) with a population of over 11 million.

Benefiting from Dujiangyan Irrigation Project which was constructed in 256 B.C., Sichuan Province is reputed as the Heavenly State, Tian Fu Zhi Guo in Chinese, literally a place richly endowed with natural resources. Chengdu, as the capital, is extremely productive. The Min and Tuo Rivers, two branches of the Yangtze River, connected to 40 other rivers, supply an irrigation area of more than 700 square kilometres (270.27 square miles) with 150-180 million kilowatts of water. Consisting of abundant mineral resources, the land is extremely fertile.

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As the transport hub in southwest hinterland of China and the main access city to Tibet, Chengdu is easily approached thanks to its air routes and railways extending nationwide. The city bus and metro continue to develop, providing the locals and the tourists with great convenience.
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Sichuan Opera
Traveling or living in Chengdu can be a great fun. Besides the amazing places of interest, the city offers a lot inviting activities for visitors and expats. Sampling the famous Sichuan food is a must here. The hot and spicy dishes and varied tasty snacks are sure to whip up your appetite. Go shopping at the Chunxi Road, spend a leisurely afternoon in a teahouse, and watch a Sichuan Opera performance at night – this would be a perfect day giving you a deeper understanding of this charming city.
Jinsha Site Museum
The history of the city can be traced back 2,400 when the first emperor built his capital here and named the city. Through thousands of years its original name has been kept and its position as the capital and as the significant center of politics, commerce and military of the Sichuan area (once called Shu) has remained unchanged. Since the Han (206B.C.-220) and Tang (618-907) Dynasties when its handicraft industry flourished, the place has been famous for its brocades and embroideries. Shu embroideries still enjoy a high reputation for their bright colors and delicate designs, ranking among the four main embroideries in China. The city was also the place where the bronze culture, an indispensable part of ancient Chinese culture, originated; the place where the Southern Silk Road started; and the place where the earliest paper currency, Jiaozi (not the dumpling!), was first printed. It is listed among the first 24 state-approved historical and cultural cities and owns 23 state and provincial cultural relic units.

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- Last updated on Dec. 05, 2023 by Brenda Lian -
Questions & Answers on Chengdu Travel
Asked by Dee from INDONESIA | Mar. 03, 2024 21:45Reply
is there any left luggage service at Chengdu South Railway station?
Hi guys! I need information for left luggage service at Chengdu South Railway Station. Is there any left luggage inside of the station? if so, could please tell me where is the location?
Thanks!
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Answered by Harry | Mar. 05, 2024 19:16
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I know there is one available at the entrance of the station, just a small house under the stairs.
Asked by Guest from SINGAPORE | Feb. 27, 2024 01:12Reply
Emeishan station to Leshan Giant Buddha by taxi
Hi, I understand that I can take a high speed train Emeishan station to Leshan station (15mins) then transfer to a cab to Leshan Giant Buddha (30mins), however I need to arrive at Emeishan station 30mins before the train arrival so the whole journey might takes 1.5 hours. Can I check how much is the taxi fare from Emeishan station to Leshan Giant Buddha and also how long the journey takes? Thanks
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Answered by Mia | Feb. 27, 2024 22:27
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It costs around CNY 120 and it takes about 50 minutes from Emeishan Station to Leshan Giant Buddha.
Asked by Ali from PAKISTAN | Feb. 04, 2024 11:55Reply
10 kg parcel charges to Pakistan
10 kg parcels to Pakistan from china
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Answered by James | Feb. 04, 2024 23:22
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The fare ranges from CNY 1,500-2,800
Asked by Kathrin Engel from GERMANY | Jan. 24, 2024 01:15Reply
Entry slot
Hello, does the Morning Ticket for the Panda Research Base mean that you can only visit it untill 12 pm and have to leave afterwards or does it mean you can enter any time befor 12 pm and stay untill the Base closes?
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Answered by Kina | Jan. 24, 2024 01:56
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Hi, it means you can enter before 12 pm but stay until it closes.
Asked by James Echle from USA | Jan. 22, 2024 20:48Reply
Visa Submission
Do I have to submit the application and Passport at the Chinese Consulate, as well going back to pick up when Approved? I am in Hawaii and there is no Consulate in Kona on the Big Island.

Or Can I submit the application in Tokyo while I am traveling, before going to China?
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Answered by Harry | Jan. 22, 2024 23:28
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Yes, you need to apply for it in Chinese consulate in Los Angeles. Generally, applying in the third country may not be so easy and it is highly rejected.
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